Introducing the WaterRower
For over 20 years WaterRower has been combining
stylish design, hand crafted workmanship and
ethically sourced materials.
Blending the tranquility of moving water and rhythm
of motion into the worlds finest rowing simulator.

Fitness Equipment You Can Live With
Smooth, Silent, Stylish and Storable: the WaterRower
rowing simulator gives you an unrivaled all body
workout.
The WaterRower comes in a variety of finishes to
match any environment from the living room to the
gym, taking up minimal space when in use and even
less when stored upright.

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The Ultimate Cross-Trainer
The WaterRower spreads the work uniformly over all
muscle groups, making it the most efficient aerobic
exercise.
Conventional mechanical resistance based rowing
machines fatigue the body mechanically, creating
a harsh feeling. Other common aerobic exercise
equipment such as treadmills, cycles and ellipticals
use far less muscle mass, burn fewer calories and
generate fewer exercise benefits.

• Burn 1,000 plus calories per hour
• Work 84% of your muscles
• Target core muscles, strengthen posture, and
help to reduce back injuries
• Low impact and easy on the body; does not place
stress on the joints and its seated position removes
weight from ankles, knees and hips

The Perfect Exercise
The WaterRower simulates the smooth flowing

nature of rowing a boat and can be used by everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;
Olympic athletes, those looking for a great personal
workout, even users in physical rehabilitation.
Combining control, strength and stamina in one
complete exercise, rowing burns fat and strengthens
your cardiovascular system with no detrimental
impact or load on your joints.
A truly self-regulating exercise, rowing is ideal for
any individual, regardless of age, gender or level of
fitness.
The WaterRower offers you an unrivaled aerobic and
muscular workout.

The S4 Monitor has been designed
for ease of use and is compatible
with a range of enhanced software
applications.

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• Distance Workout - Set a desired distance and
work down to zero. Average workout statistics will
show upon completion along with the total time.
• Duration Workout - Set a desired duration and work
down to zero. Average workout statistics will show
upon completion along with the total distance.
S4 Monitor Features:
• QuickStart - Simply press the “On” button
and the monitor is ready to use.
• AutoStore - Preset up to 9 workouts for
easy recall.

• Interval Workout - Set up to 9 workout intervals (of
distance or duration) separated by rest durations.
• PC Interface- Link the S4 Monitor to your PC and
have access to a wide variety of software.

• Zone - Set your desired intensity, stroke
rate or heart rate and you are alerted if you
go below or above this zone.

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WaterRower... Powered by You

The WaterRowerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unique WaterFlyWheel has been
designed to replicate the precise physical dynamics
of rowing in a moving boat. In the knowledge that
this is the surest way to achieve the physiological
benefits and aesthetic pleasure of rowing.
Many rowing machines imitate the action of rowing
but they do so mechanically, and often lack the
natural dynamics experienced when in a boat.
The WaterFlyWheel responds to the work applied
allowing constant effort through the whole stroke,
unlike resistance based machines where effort is
high at the beginning of the stroke and fades away
as the resistance is overcome.

Self-Regulating Resistance â&#x20AC;&#x201C; resistance increases
proportional to increases in speed/intensity.
Resistance is hence self-determined, as in all
natural aerobic exercises, the user choosing their
own pace.

Benefits of the WaterRower
• An Excellent Investment – The WaterRower in
either wood or metal finishes is durable, resists
scratching and does not corrode, making it an
excellent investment in your health.
• Unique WaterFlyWheel – Resistance is proportional
to your effort, making the WaterRower suitable for
any user.
• Award Winning Design – Available in a variety
of finishes, the WaterRower compliments any
environment.
• Low Noise – The WaterRower is designed to be
non-intrusive, unlike treadmills and air resistance
machines which create a lot of noise.
• Minimal Footprint – While catering for even the
tallest users, the WaterRower is shorter than other
machines and when not in use, it stores upright,
taking up the space of a dining room chair.
• Low Maintenance – Unlike mechanical chain driven
rowers, there is no need to clean air vents or oil
chains. Our machines come supported by an
extensive warranty.
• No Running Costs – No external power required,
helping you help the environment
• Ethically Produced – Handcrafted in the USA
from sustainably managed Appalachian forest
hardwoods
• S4 Monitor – Designed to be simple to operate with
a QuickStart function, while offering those wanting
more information a feature rich environment with
a wide variety of functions.

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Commercial Use
The WaterRower has been designed to suit a wide
range of commercial gym users from those preparing
for a specific competition or challenge, to those
looking to maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle.
This makes WaterRower a popular, multi-faceted
addition to any gym.
Our rowing machines come in a wide range of durable
wood and metal frames that have been designed
with a high regard to their aesthetic quality, making
them suitable for all types of commercial settings
from gyms to spas and luxury hotels.
The WaterRower offers an all body exercise with
exceptional calorie burn, while requiring minimal
floor space and no external power.

Medical Use
The WaterRower provides a non-impact, nonload bearing workout ideal for cross-training
and rehabilitation. The seated position removes
the body weight from knees and ankles and the
unique WaterFlyWheel creates a uniform loaded
stroke, eliminating the heavy jarring experienced
on conventional rowing machines. This makes the
WaterRower a popular choice for physiotherapy and
sports science practices around the world.

WaterRower Warranty
Each WaterRower is built to unprecedented levels
of quality and craftsmanship. All components are
selected for their fitness for purpose, not cost and
are handcrafted in the USA.

Support and Service
We have a large library of online resources for
WaterRower owners. Owner support can be found
at www.waterrower.com, as well as information on
your local WaterRower office who will be happy to
help you with any questions you may have.

Each WaterRower carries a one year conditional
warranty on the frame and components as standard.
An upgrade to a five year frame, and a three year
component warranty is available.

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WaterRower in the Media
“Provides an all-over workout with minimal impact on the joints. Every major muscle group is used.”
“Such is the appeal of these machines that they boast owners as diverse as Steven Spielberg, Princess
Anne and Larry Mullen of U2... Unlike other rowing machines which are air resistance, the WaterRower
uses, well, water, contained in a large transparent drum... Working on it was a joy because the sound of
the water gurgling was really pleasant. I could imagine I was actually doing it, out on the water. It’s stable
and easy to store...”
By Sir Steven Redgrave (Five Time Olympic Gold Medallist) “Smooth and very comfortable to use, with a
nice pick-up. The machine looks great... It’s easy to move around, and even easier to store away - it’s one
compact unit and can be stored upright...”

“The undoubted king of the crop is the magnificent WaterRower, a unique rowing machine that manages
the unlikely feat of bringing style and substance to this unglamorous field... If general wellbeing and
fitness are your targets, this is the perfect machine.”

“If I was going to have one at home this would be it. It looks attractive not like a gym instrument of
torture... Rowing, like cross-country skiing, gives an excellent aerobic workout and this machine is the
Rolls-Royce of rowers... The WaterRower scored 5 out of 5 in a review of exercise equipment...”

“This is one of the most stylish pieces of home-fitness equipment. The unique WaterFlywheel creates the
sound of lapping waves, giving you the impression that you really are on the river... Verdict: excellent...”

“Rowing is one of the best forms of exercise there is and the WaterRower emulates the same physical
dynamics as rowing, thus not only giving aerobic benefit but also similar pleasure...”

Endorsements
Xeno Muller: Olympic Gold and Silver Medalist
I won Olympic gold and silver in the men’s single scull and I will keep rowing for my
entire life, to stay healthy and be able to chase down my great grandchildren. Now,
I am a husband and a father of four and I love rowing at home. The WaterRower is
gentle to row and gives me a full body workout. The quiet sound of the water adds
harmony to our family life. Rowing at home is a great way to lead by example for
my children to adopt exercise as a life style. When I exercise on the WaterRower
I feel rejuvenated physically as well as mentally. I look forward to helping others
find the same rowing benefits.

Martin Cross : Olympic Gold Medalist
The Holy Grail for all ergo makers is to find a product that some how captures
the feel of rowing in a boat: a smooth ‘catch’; a resistance that loads their body
just like it does in a boat and a recovery phase that simulates the glide a rower
experiences as the boat moves under them. In over twenty-five years of rowing,
I’ve tried all that the market has to offer and there’s only one that comes close to
capturing the essence of the sport: WaterRower.

Mark Edgar : Physiotherapist; London, England
What impressed me most about the WaterRower was the lack of shock loading as
the front end of the stroke... the athlete must load biomechanically more efficiently
to score well - similar to what is required on the water.

Anna Friel : Actress
“It’s great because with Gracie (my daughter) I can’t really get to the gym but with the
WaterRower I can just lower it down and have a quick workout while Gracie runs around
the house... The WaterRower is a piece of exercise equipment that lasts and actually looks
nice. We originally bought it because it’s made from this beautiful wood and fitted into our
house in Windsor, but it looks great in LA as well …the added bonus is that if you don’t
have a gym it tucks neatly behind a door. I love it.”

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Stay Motivated
To help you stay motivated, we have developed a
number of ways to allow you to get the most out of
your WaterRower.
WaterRower performance monitors have been
designed with PC interface capability. There are
several commercially available software products
for the WaterRower, including:
• Netathlon
• UltraCoach
• WaterRegatta
3rd party open source software is available

www.we-row.com, Join us Online
WaterRower brings you our unique online community, We-Row.com, where you can train and compete with
people from the comfort of your home, and share your experiences in the forum. The application is internet
based and runs on your PC or Mac.
The We-Row.com web site features web racing, local racing,
fitness trainer, personal trainer, and a member forum.

All you require to use We-Row is the S4 Monitor, a PC cable and
internet access. No software download is required.

WaterCoach - WaterRower’s Education Program
Our WaterCoach education program has been
designed to broaden the knowledge of rowing.

A wealth of multimedia video tools can also be
found at www.waterrower.com, where you can view
technique videos as well as other training material.

WaterCoach consists of two programs:
• WaterCoach Professional - A rowing education
program for the fitness professional or
instructor.
• WaterCoach Home - A rowing education program
for the WaterRower owner.
Visit www.watercoach.com for more information on
the WaterCoach programs and to contact one of our
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Accessories
All of these accessories and more can be purchased online at www.waterrower.com, or by contacting your
local WaterRower office.

Heart Rate Receiver

S4 Software Cable

The Polar® heart rate belt can
be used in conjunction with our
heart rate receiver to allow you to
keep track of your heart rate on
the S4 performance monitor.

Connect the S4 performance
monitor on your WaterRower to
your computer. Uses a 6 pin Din
connector from the monitor to a
serial port on your computer.

WaterRower Protective Mat

WaterBlue Dye

HiRise Adaptor

Extra Long Rails
4”/10cm longer rails for the
WaterRower to accommodate
the tallest of users. Available
in all WaterRower wood types.

A blue tint for the water in your
tank to enhance the look of your
WaterRower.

Available in all WaterRower
wood types, allows you to raise
the height of your WaterRower
by 7”/20cm making it easier for
some users to access.

A 90” x 36”/228cm x 91cm mat to
place under your WaterRower to
protect your floors.

Experience the WaterRower for Yourself
Try the WaterRower for yourself at one of our many retail
partners. For further information, visit www.waterrower.com or
call your local office.
Whether you wish to use the WaterRower at home, at your
place of work, or within a gym or spa, we have a model to suit
your requirements.